A couple of week's ago I got a long awaited invitation to pinterest. (Oh and if you've no clue what that is, it is a social media network devoted solely to sharing images, sans text.) I say long … [Read more...] about The Irrelevance of Social Media: Chasing Nothing
Marketing Strategies
Marketing Strategies: How to Win in Business (and Life) Without Really Trying
In just about any kind of business, you start first by telling your friends about it, asking them to spread the word. You reach out to fellow business owners and share the news of your launch. This is … [Read more...] about Marketing Strategies: How to Win in Business (and Life) Without Really Trying
A Black Friday Rant: Turning Blue and Red . . .
This Thanksgiving I enjoyed a wonderful celebration with friends, BUT the son of these same friends had to leave the family celebration by five o'clock for a nap because he had to be on the road back … [Read more...] about A Black Friday Rant: Turning Blue and Red . . .
Touch My Senses, Get Your Sale: Retail Strategies for Success
Recently I was scouting for furniture and checked out two big box retailers. Both have great looking furniture, both are well crafted. One was clearly higher priced than the other, though not … [Read more...] about Touch My Senses, Get Your Sale: Retail Strategies for Success
Marketing Strategies: Where Everybody Knows Your Name
What is the sweetest sound you can hear? Your name. That's right, it's personal and real and in today's age of communication overload, used far too little. Think about it, you don't often use … [Read more...] about Marketing Strategies: Where Everybody Knows Your Name
5 Rules of Marketing You Must Know Now
Recently I visited a series of Designer Showhouses. The point of these showhouses is threefold: To sell the house. To sell the designer. To sell the furnishings, accents, accessories, lamps and … [Read more...] about 5 Rules of Marketing You Must Know Now
What is the Difference Between Social and Personal?
What is the difference between social and personal seems to be one of the biggest questions newbies (and even some pros) are asking today. I still get that eye roll from audiences and prospects when … [Read more...] about What is the Difference Between Social and Personal?
5 Steps to Boost Your Business and Referrals
Have you ever gotten an unexpected goody from a vendor or supplier? How about a special savings because you are a VIP customer? I know you’ve probably availed yourself of the benefits of credit card … [Read more...] about 5 Steps to Boost Your Business and Referrals
The Handicap of Hiring Others to Do Your Social Media
While this sounds like a no-brainer idea to many small business owners and even big business owners, hiring someone else, like a marketing firm, to interact in social media for you isn't necessarily a … [Read more...] about The Handicap of Hiring Others to Do Your Social Media
